Specialist, Event Production

Overview

The Specialist provides operational and technical support for Event Production Services. The position also assists with setting up and general support for conferences and events.

Responsibilities

Technical Support
• Provide technical support for events and conferences.
• Operate web-conferencing and other technology, such as Newtek Tri Caster Systems.
• Operate digital audio consoles to mix live audio for speech and live performance.
• Provide back-up support for audio/video operations in other departments where/when needed and workload permits.
• Record conferences, workshops, and other events as assigned.
• Trouble shoot audio and video systems quickly.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and update systems.

Conference/Event Set-Up
• Set up lighting, rigging, production audio, production video and basic event power systems.
• Ensure the technology requirements needed for clients.

General Conference/Event Support
• Provide back-up support in other departments.
• Utilize, troubleshoot PowerPoint, Keynote, etc.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education
• Associate' s Degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.

Experience
• Two years of working experience.
• Experience with conference/event equipment and audio and video systems.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Must have ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Must be able to operate and troubleshoot standard and advanced media systems.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and external customers.
• Must be computer literate with ability to utilize Microsoft Office at an intermediate level and the ability to learn and utilize specific higher education programs and systems.
• Ability to learn and apply office practices, procedures, policies, and regulations that are essential to the position.
• Ability to travel locally.

Preferred Qualifications & Special Considerations
• Knowledge of Monmouth County and its communities.
• Light to moderate lifting (50 lbs.) may be required. Evening and weekend work is required. Occasional travel required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

A review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled. Submission of application materials by Thursday, January 2nd, 2025, is preferred to ensure full consideration.

Pay Rate

$48,6+5